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Permit Manager  

Open Date 7/11/2019  
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt  
Bargaining / Non-Bargaining Non-Bargaining  
Division Public Works  
Location Engineering  
Reports To Manager Public Construction  
Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00 am-5:00 pm. Schedule may vary based on operational needs.  
Pay Rate $40,000-$51,000/yr.  
Description

SUMMARY
Manage the engineering permit and records office, which includes reviewing, issuing, and recording permits and plan reviews, and coordinating inspections for a variety of construction projects.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Not applicable.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This list represents the types of duties required by the position. Other duties may be assigned as reasonably expected.
• Provide location of sanitary and storm sewers.
• Issues permits for work in the right-of-way, which includes permits such as excavation, occupancy, and concrete.
• Responsible for processing permit money.
• Maintain files on bonded contractors and excavators.
• Maintain city address grid system and assign all city addresses.
• Provide legal description of properties in the city.
• Respond to request by Board of Public Works in review of right-of-way vacations, encroachments, and bond status of contractors and excavators.
• Research and provide information for service reports for proposed areas of annexation to the city.
• Provide flood zone information.
• Review/recommend and comment on re-plats, major/minor subdivisions and rezoning for area plan.
• Attend County/City Building Department Plan Review of new construction and additions to existing structure(s).
• Ability to write legal descriptions of right-of-way vacation and various other plats and parcels.
• Maintains permit records and process a variety of permits electronically through Geographic Information System (GIS) software and database systems.
• Update features in GIS.
• Coordinates plan and site reviews with Area Plan Commission and Building Department.
• Serves as a resident archiver for plan and site reviews.
• Coordinates permit inspections with Project Inspectors.
• Provides monthly and yearly reports on permits and site and building reviews.

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assumes additional responsibilities as requested.

 
Position Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
• Any combination equivalent to (a) two years of college with specialized training in geographic information systems, surveying, drafting, and/or engineering or (b) high school diploma.
• Two (2) years of experience in a survey crew in civil engineering or private construction or (c) high school diploma with (2) years of clerical experience and/or secretarial experience related to public works construction, area planning, or geographic information systems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES PREFERRED
• A working knowledge of principles of civil engineering, construction practices, construction materials, zoning and legal descriptions.
• Ability to inspect construction work for adherence to codes and specifications.
• Ability to deal effectively with contractors and the public.
• Knowledge of personal computers and related software in a networked environment, including Excel, Word, Access, and the ability to learn and use GIS within 6 months of employment.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
• Valid Driver's License required.

EQUIPMENT
Photocopier, Fax, Misc. Office Equipment, Personal computer (laptop), automobile.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to work in adverse conditions including but not limited to rough terrain, confined space and trenching areas. Also must be able to work in adverse weather. Occasionally move and lift up to 30 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed at a various locations including the County-City Building office, on job sites, in project field office and in or on facilities under construction.

 
Required  
About the Organization South Bend is the economic, educational, media, and cultural hub of a multi-county region spanning the Michigan-Indiana border. It's the fourth-largest city in Indiana with over 100,000 residents. South Bend's flourishing collegiate community and burgeoning tech industry have built upon the foundation of the city's industrial past to create a vibrant present and a promising future. The city's 14 institutions of higher learning, including the internationally renowned University of Notre Dame, infuse South Bend with creative energy in the arts, business, and technology. Combined with recent economic growth, strong neighborhoods, an affordable cost of living, exciting recreational opportunities, and thriving arts venues make South Bend a fabulous place to live, work, and, play.


***AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.***  
EOE Statement EOE/ADA Statement

The City of South Bend provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application/hiring process should contact the Legal Department's ADA Compliance Officer, Michael Schmidt, at legaldept@southbendin.gov and Human Resources at humanresources@southbendin.gov to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.

The City of South Bend seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality public safety officers, staff and administration. The City of South Bend is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from underrepresented candidates and others that will enhance our community in compliance with EO No. 1-2016 Section 1. Moreover, the City of South Bend prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).  

This position is currently not accepting applications.

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